Blog Posts: Women's health

Minding the health of our bones! Research explores what types of exercise can improve bone density in women who’ve gone through menopause.

In this 4-minute video, gynecologist Dr. Alison Shea explores the stages and symptoms of menopause, from perimenopause to post-menopause. Learn how hormonal changes can lead to various physical and emotional symptoms, such as hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances, and the importance of recognizing these symptoms and seeking appropriate treatment to improve quality of life.

Walking strikes again! Research shows it can hold benefits for women living with overweight and obesity when it comes to their cholesterol.

Do you have questions around cancer screening? See what the research has to say about screening for prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, and breast cancer. Sneak peek: the answers are not always so cut-and-dry.

Do you have questions about mammography? See what the evidence says about this form of breast cancer screening for women with an average risk for breast cancer.

Don’t let the battle with your bladder take hold of your life and your ability to live it to the fullest. Research provides promise through the support of pelvic floor muscle training.

Violence against women is a tragic and complex phenomenon, especially since this "shadow pandemic" is unfolding against the background of a health pandemic. We must act proactively and not remain silent in the face of such violence.

From vaginal dryness to hot flashes to osteoporosis, the symptoms and complications associated with menopause are no walk in the park. Become better acquainted with some of the evidence-based strategies that can assist you on your journey through menopause and beyond.

Ovarian cancer screening continues to not be recommended for women with no symptoms and at average risk of the disease.

Many women experience hot flashes and night sweats during menopause. If you are suffering from your own personal heat wave, find comfort in the fact that there are options available to help cool you down.

While certain health conditions can affect libido and sexual capacity, many people still want and need intimacy, or have sexual desires, as they grow older. However, there seem to be taboos and preconceived ideas about the sexuality of older adults.

For women, menopause is an inevitable part of aging, as is bone loss to some extent. But there are things you can do to improve or preserve your bone density and slow down bone loss. Surprise... it’s exercise!

Based on the research evidence, some drugs are getting credit they don’t deserve! They may even be doing more harm than good.

Menopause may be a natural and inevitable phase in a woman’s life but it often comes with uncomfortable and irritating symptoms. Vaginal estrogen is an effective treatment option.

For years hormone therapy was the “go to” for relieving symptoms of menopause; it was also believed to protect against age-related diseases. Recent evidence sheds a clearer light on how hormone therapy impacts heart health.

Calcium and vitamin D supplements help keep bones healthy and may reduce the risk of bone breaks in older adults.

Urinary incontinence is a very common problem in aging women. When conservative measures (pelvic floor training, lifestyle changes) don't work some drugs can help for some types of incontinence.